Lithium-aluminum-hydride
noun, Chemistry.
1.
a white powder, LiAlH 4 , used chiefly as a chemical reducing agent, especially in pharmaceutical and perfume manufacturing.
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- Lithium-carbonate
noun, Chemistry. 1. a colorless crystalline compound, Li 2 CO 3 , slightly soluble in water: used in ceramic and porcelain glazes, pharmaceuticals, and luminescent paints. noun 1. a white crystalline solid used in the treatment of manic-depressive illness and mania. Formula: Li2CO3. Lithium citrate is also sometimes used for this purpose
- Lithium citrate
noun 1. a white crystalline solid sometimes used in the treatment of manic-depressive illness and mania. Formula: Li3C6H5O7
- Lithium-fluoride
noun, Chemistry. 1. a fine, white, slightly water-soluble powder, LiF, used chiefly in the manufacture of ceramics.
- Lithium-hydroxide
noun, Chemistry. 1. a white, crystalline, water-soluble compound, LiOH, used to absorb carbon dioxide, especially in spacesuits.
- Lithium-oxide
noun, Chemistry. 1. a white powder, Li 2 O, with strong alkaline properties: used in ceramics and glass. noun 1. a white crystalline compound. It absorbs carbon dioxide and water vapour